PMID: Food Res Int. 2020 Jan ;127:108722. Epub 2019 Oct 8. PMID: 31882094 Abstract Title: The prebiotic properties of Hibiscus sabdariffa extract contribute to the beneficial effects in diet-induced obesity in mice. Abstract: The metabolic syndrome has been associated with an alteration of intestinal microbiota, which can be considered as a target for the management …
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Anxiolytic effects of Lippia citriodora in a mouse model of anxiety.
PMID: Res Pharm Sci. 2018 Jun ;13(3):205-212. PMID: 29853930 Abstract Title: Anxiolytic effects ofin a mouce model of anxiety. Abstract: is commonly used in Iranian folk medicine for treatment of many disorders. Since there scientific data to prove the anxiolytic properties of this plant in Iran are scarce, we aimed to evaluate the sedative and …
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Elucidation of the molecular mechanism underlying Lippia citriodora-induced relaxation and anti-depression.
PMID: Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Jul 20 ;20(14). Epub 2019 Jul 20. PMID: 31330819 Abstract Title: Elucidation of the Molecular Mechanism Underlying(Lim.)-Induced Relaxation and Anti-Depression. Abstract: ethanolic extract (VEE) and verbascoside (Vs), a phenypropanoid glycoside, have been demonstrated to exert relaxant and anxiolytic properties. However, the molecular mechanisms behind their effects are still unclear. …
The potential synergistic modulation of AMPK by Lippia citriodora compounds as a target in metabolic disorders.
PMID: Nutrients. 2019 Dec 4 ;11(12). Epub 2019 Dec 4. PMID: 31817196 Abstract Title: The Potential Synergistic Modulation of AMPK byCompounds as a Target in Metabolic Disorders. Abstract: (LC) represents a complex plant-derived source of polyphenols and iridoids that has shown beneficial properties against obesity-related metabolic disorders. The complete extract and its major compound, verbascoside, …
Astaxanthin could aid in the protection of cisplatin-treated patients against hearing loss.
PMID: Drug Des Devel Ther. 2019 ;13:4291-4303. Epub 2019 Dec 18. PMID: 31908415 Abstract Title: The Role of the Reactive Oxygen Species Scavenger Agent, Astaxanthin, in the Protection of Cisplatin-Treated Patients Against Hearing Loss. Abstract: Emerging evidence of significant hearing loss occurring shortly after cisplatin administration in cancer patients has stimulated research into the causes …
Astaxanthin anticancer effects are mediated through multiple molecular mechanisms: a systematic review.
PMID: Pharmacol Res. 2020 Feb 11:104689. Epub 2020 Feb 11. PMID: 32057895 Abstract Title: Astaxanthin anticancer effects are mediated through multiple molecular mechanisms: a systematic review. Abstract: During the latest decades, the interest on the effectiveness of natural compounds and their impact on human health constantly increased, especially on those demonstrating to be effective on …
Anthocyanins from Hibiscus syriacus L. inhibit oxidative stress-mediated apoptosis by activating the Nrf2/HO-1 signalling pathway.
PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2020 Jan 3 ;9(1). Epub 2020 Jan 3. PMID: 31947843 Abstract Title: Anthocyanins fromL. Inhibit Oxidative Stress-Mediated Apoptosis by Activating the Nrf2/HO-1 Signaling Pathway. Abstract: L. is distributed widely throughout Eastern and Southern Asia and considered as the national flower of South Korea. The extraction of several plant parts ofL. is currently …
Lippia citriodora and Hibiscus sabdariffa is useful for the treatment of obesity and/or weight control in subjects without a controlled diet.
PMID: Foods. 2020 Jan 6 ;9(1). Epub 2020 Jan 6. PMID: 31935957 Abstract Title: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled Trial to Determine the Effectiveness a Polyphenolic Extract (and) in the Reduction of Body Fat Mass in Healthy Subjects. Abstract: The location and quantity of body fat determine the health risks, limiting people with obesity. Recently, …
The efficacy of Hibiscus sabdariffa tea on selected cardiovascular disease risk factors.
n/a PMID: Phytother Res. 2020 Feb ;34(2):329-339. Epub 2020 Jan 14. PMID: 31943427 Abstract Title: The efficacy of sour tea (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) on selected cardiovascular disease risk factors: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Abstract: This study sought to summarize clinical evidence of sour tea (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) administration on cardiovascular …
These data suggest the antihyperglycaemic activity of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is mediated by inhibiting carbohydrate digestion and absorption.
PMID: J Ethnopharmacol. 2020 Feb 6 ;253:112647. Epub 2020 Feb 6. PMID: 32035878 Abstract Title: Anti-hyperglycaemic activity of H. rosa-sinensis leaves is partly mediated by inhibition of carbohydrate digestion and absorption, and enhancement of insulin secretion. Abstract: ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (HRS) is a tropical flowery plant, widely distributed in Asian region and an important …
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